Ancient Origins·#66·2015
Porygon-Z, a Normal-type Pokémon from Generation IV, is the final evolution in the Porygon family, renowned for its digital nature and erratic behavior due to a programming error. This specific Porygon-Z card, #66 from the 2015 Ancient Origins set, is a common rarity that stands out for its disruptive attack mechanics and unique digital artwork. Here, you will find comprehensive details on its Pokédex lore, its attacks with their energy costs and effects, and its weakness, along with its edition history.
Read more ↓Porygon-Z is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV, serving as the final evolution of Porygon, evolving from Porygon2 when traded holding a Dubious Disc. This artificial Pokémon is an upgraded version of Porygon2, designed to be capable of operating in alien dimensions. Its physical form is somewhat abstract, resembling a bird-like creature with a large red body, blue wings, and a detached head. Porygon-Z's habitat is exclusively within computer networks and digital spaces, as it is a purely artificial Pokémon. It lacks a natural diet in the traditional sense, subsisting on data and code. Its behavior is often described as erratic and unstable due to a programming error that made it less reliable than its predecessor, Porygon2, despite its enhanced capabilities. In the games, Porygon-Z is known for its high Special Attack stat, making it a powerful special attacker. In the anime, Porygon and its evolutions have had a somewhat controversial history, largely due to an incident involving flashing lights, which led to Porygon-Z and its line rarely appearing. Culturally, Porygon-Z represents the complexities and potential pitfalls of advanced artificial intelligence and digital evolution within the Pokémon universe.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
